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Korean Researchers Discover Unrecorded Archaea with UV-ray Blocking Abilities

SEOUL, May 18 (Korea Bizwire) — A South Korean research team has discovered previously unrecorded microorganisms called archaea that possess the ability to counteract the harmful effects of ultraviolet rays and exhibit antioxidation properties. A research team from the National Institute of Biological Resources and Incheon National University on Wednesday reported the detection of 16 [...]

Air Travelers Should Be Wary of Ultraviolet Rays

SEOUL, Jul. 26 (Korea Bizwire) — Experts are emphasizing the importance of the health risks onboard aircraft as summer vacation is bringing more people to travel by air. Staying onboard an airplane over long hours may lead to dehydration and slower blood circulation. Unlike the conventional belief that airplanes are safe from ultraviolet rays, those [...]